Raymond Muratalla has built an impressive run this year, defeating two Olympic gold medalists while maintaining his unbeaten record and holding the IBF lightweight title.
Known for letting his performances speak louder than words, Muratalla avoided media attention after his dominant win over former champion Robson Conceicao in Las Vegas. Despite that, he has made it clear that he wants a high-profile showdown with Shakur Stevenson.
Instead of engaging in online back-and-forths, Muratalla is confident the fight can be arranged the traditional way—through direct negotiations between promoters. He believes that meaningful matchups should not depend on social media drama to become reality.
According to Muratalla, the fight makes perfect sense for both fighters and the fans. He sees it as a natural next step in his career and a bout that would generate strong interest across the boxing world.
After edging past Andy Cruz earlier this year and continuing his winning streak, Muratalla feels that moving up in weight will give him an even better chance to challenge Stevenson. He considers himself a complete fighter who can adapt to any style and believes Stevenson has yet to face someone like him.
While he secured a clear victory over Conceicao, Muratalla admitted the performance was not his best, largely due to the strain of cutting weight. He expects to feel stronger and more comfortable competing at a higher division.
Looking ahead, Muratalla is eager to return to the ring before the end of the year. Whether it is against Stevenson or another top contender, he feels ready for the biggest challenge of his career and is confident that his preparation and skill set will shine when the opportunity comes.
With renewed energy and motivation, Muratalla is already thinking about getting back into training, determined to prove himself at the next level.
